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You will join the Upstream business unit that develops a competitive and unique portfolio in the sector, with a carbon intensity well below the industry average. It comprises projects at different stages of maturity, from exploration to production. In addition to promising assets in Namibia and São Tomé and Príncipe, the portfolio includes one of the largest oil and natural gas discoveries of recent decades: in the pre-salt Santos basin in Brazil. While current upstream activities are focused on Brazil, Namibia, and São Tomé and Príncipe, we continuously monitor and evaluate new opportunities across the globe. As a result, exposure to and interaction with additional jurisdictions and regulatory environments can also be expected.
Job Responsibility
Lead and support complex commercial negotiations with joint venture partners, regulatory agencies, government authorities, and other external stakeholders
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure alignment across technical, legal, finance, strategy, and operational functions throughout negotiation and decision-making processes
Manage key internal and external stakeholders, balancing commercial objectives with business, regulatory, and partnership requirements
Structure, negotiate, and implement commercial agreements supporting the Upstream portfolio across different jurisdictions
Contribute to the assessment of new business opportunities, supporting origination, business development, farm-in/farm-out processes, and strategic growth initiatives
Perform commercial and strategic analyses to support investment decisions, portfolio management, and value creation initiatives
Monitor market developments, regulatory changes, and industry trends to identify risks and opportunities for the business
Collaborate with teams across multiple geographies, supporting ongoing activities and future growth opportunities in Africa, South America, and other regions of strategic interest
Requirements
Master's in law, economics and finance, engineering and/or others
Strong oral and written English communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Proven experience (+5 years) in upstream contracts negotiation
Attention to detail, curiosity and creativity with problem solving mindset
A great communicator and good at managing external and internal stakeholders
Available for occasional travelling
Ability to handle different projects simultaneously and provide deliverables under tight deadlines
The successful candidate is expected to have prior experience with and a strong working knowledge of the principal contractual and commercial arrangements used in the upstream oil and gas industry, including Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs), Unit Operating Agreements (UOAs), unitization agreements, redetermination processes, and other industry-standard governance and operating frameworks